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How to Optimize a Child's Airway Development w/ Dr. Marli Leist | 413 Dental
In this episode, we invited Dr. Marli Leist back to unpack airway dentistry and how it looks well beyond the teeth. Whether you’re a parent of a baby, toddler, or school-age child (or an adult wondering about sleep, breathing, or crowding) this conversation offers signs to watch for and practical next steps!
In this episode:
What the airway is and why dentists should care about it
Why mouth breathing is linked to cavities and oral development
How the palate, tongue posture, and nasal breathing affect jaw width
Why early childhood is an important period for airway development
Tongue ties, lip…
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